HR Operations Leader — Payroll, Benefits & Wellness

Project Lead The Way (PLTW); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is seeking an HR Operations Manager to oversee payroll, benefits, compliance, HRIS/data management, and wellness programs across the Team Member lifecycle. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and an engaging employee experience.

You will collaborate with Finance, IT, and HR to ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and continuous process improvement while maintaining confidentiality and a high service level.

Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other related HR certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field of study, or equivalent related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-state payroll processing in partnership with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Support document retention and internal/external audits.
• Administer leave and accommodation programs (FMLA, ADA, etc.) per laws and policies.
• Manage employment eligibility including I-9 verification, new hire reporting, and annual compliance training.

Skills

Customer-centric

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Initiative

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field of study, or equivalent related experience

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is seeking an HR Operations Manager to oversee payroll, benefits, compliance, HRIS/data management, and wellness programs across the Team Member lifecycle. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and an engaging employee experience.

You will collaborate with Finance, IT, and HR to ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and continuous process improvement while maintaining confidentiality and a high service level.